M25 J8 Reigate Hill Interchange

Layout and signage

Reigate
Sutton
A217
Redhill (A25)
  A217
(A240)
    A217
(A25)
  Reigate
Sutton
A217
Kingston (A240)

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 continues ahead.
  • Lane 4 continues ahead.

Other events

  • Signs Variable Speed Limits apply
  • Signs Variable Speed Limits apply

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